TNY File Extension

What is TNY file?

TNY filename suffix is mostly used for Atari Tiny Image files. Atari defined the Atari Tiny Image format standard. Files with TNY extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. TNY file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling TNY files is XnView, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about TNY and other supported file formats.

Programs which support TNY file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open TNY files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. TNY files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with TNY extension?

Being unable to open files with TNY extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with TNY extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install XnView software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TNY files is that no program that can handle TNY files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the XnView developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading XnView installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of XnView

If the problems with opening TNY files still occur even after installing XnView, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of XnView is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of XnView installed, it may not support TNY format. The most recent version of XnView is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign XnView to TNY files

After installing XnView (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TNY files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the TNY file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the XnView installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open TNY files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected TNY file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TNY extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the TNY for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper TNY file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the TNY file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the TNY is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the TNY file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the TNY file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the TNY file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with TNY extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Atari Tiny Image file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open XnView

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support TNY files. Close all running programs and try opening the TNY file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Atari Tiny Image file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle TNY files.

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